Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Bone Marrow Transplant (Part-time)

The following APPs may be considered for this role: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

Work schedule: Part‑time Benefits. Day shift: 10‑hour shifts per week, 8–9 shifts per month. Weekends and holidays are required.

Position Highlights

The Division of Hematology/Oncology at UAB Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a part‑time, day‑shift position in the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit. This role involves the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with hematologic malignancies, as well as those undergoing autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation. The APP will provide continuity of care for adult bone marrow transplant patients throughout the pre‑, peri‑, post‑, and long‑term follow‑up phases of transplant. The APP will also assist in performing procedures within the defined specialty scope of practice.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in Hematology/Oncology, including knowledge of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and cellular therapies such as CAR‑T, along with the management of treatment‑related complications. Experience with bone marrow transplantation, including post‑transplant care and graft‑versus‑host disease management, is preferred.

General Responsibilities

Provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to medical or surgical patients as assigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician or under supervision of a Board‑Certified Physician.

Coordinate plan of care, discharge, and specialty referrals as appropriate. Plan and coordinate health care education for patient, family, and other health care providers as needed.

Perform comprehensive physical examinations and assessments. Interpret, analyze and evaluate patient’s medical record and social data.

Perform and/or assist the physician with procedures per collaborative agreement. Coordinate and participate in performance improvement activities.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Based on thorough physical and psychosocial patient assessments, formulate and implement comprehensive patient care plans focused on surgical interventions. Plans include patient and family education, prescriptions, additional laboratory and diagnostic testing, and therapies.
2. Ensure complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided.
3. Order and interpret laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the patient.
4. Maintain records and reports as required by regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC). May coordinate and/or participate in performance and quality improvement activities.
5. May assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a patient advocate and a liaison between the patient and other health care providers.
6. Provide assistance in orientation and/or training of new clinical personnel as needed. Provide educational information by conducting workshops, in‑service training and distributing appropriate materials for patients and staff.
7. Serve as the expert clinical resource to clinical staff and patients in the area of specialty.
8. Provide a safe environment for patients and others.
9. Demonstrate a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.